Innovative and affordable, The Pod 51 is a hotel with a difference. Featuring a range of stylish “pods” suitable for anyone from lone travelers to large families, The Pod is a great way to enjoy New York without breaking the bank. Surprising details and intelligent design epitomize The Pod and savvy travelers are always left feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after a long day of sight seeing.

Smart Spaces

Each of The Pod's rooms comes equipped with personal climate and lighting controls, a media center and a safe as well as free WIFI. The hotel provides a concierge service and a picturesque roof deck and lobby garden. A restaurant and bar will also leave visitors fully refreshed whilst the Pop Burger, just next door, helps satisfy cravings late into the night.

Perfectly Placed

Located on 230 East 51st Street, Pod 51 is ideally situated for urban explorers looking to make the most of their trip. If you are traveling alone then the lively lobby and East Side Social Club are perfect places to meet fellow travelers before you head out to the nearby Empire State Building or Central Park. Guests may also make use of the subway to visit the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim, both just a couple of stops away.

You know what you're getting when you stay here - a bathroom down the hall, a twin bed, and a small room. It was perfect! I'm in New York City, so I 'm not staying in my room anyway except to sleep! Immaculately clean, friendly service. I loved everything about it and will definitely stay here again!

You know what you're getting when you stay here - a bathroom down the hall, a twin bed, and a small room. It was perfect! I'm in New York City, so I 'm not staying in my room anyway except to sleep! Immaculately clean, friendly service. I loved everything about it and will definitely stay here again!

Expert Reviews

"Taking its cue from the Ikea school of cheap chic, this youth-oriented urban hotel isn't for everyone. But its 347 tiny, clean, cleverly designed rooms—very mod, with stainless-steel sinks and Eames-inspired desk chairs—are a blessing for anyone visiting New York on a budget. Rooms with private baths start at $139, but even the shared bathrooms have rain showers. Coverlets allow beds to double as daybeds, and tucked-away drawers under the bed allow guests to make the most of their space. But this isn't the kind..."
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